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My mom passed without a will

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 25, 2014

At the time your aunt adopted you, you gained the same intestate rights of her biological son. I would not sign anything without advice of counsel....

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Elder Law Questio: My grandmother wants to Quit Claim her home to my dad (her son). Will this effect her benefits like Medicaid?

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 19, 2014

If your grandmother Quitclaims the property to your father it will disqualify her for Medicaid. She needs to consult with an Elder Law attorney in...

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Assisted Living Facility

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 18, 2014

The person who owns the property is the individual who faces repercussions for violations of the HOA By-laws. The community association may be...

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My 12 month lease expired on Oct. 31st, but I have not received any correspondence from the property mgt. company. Now what?

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 18, 2014

If you have correctly stated the terms of your Lease, as long as you present a written notice to vacate by the 15th of the month you can leave at...

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Is there a way of getting personal stock cashed in without having to use probate or the courts?

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 18, 2014

IF the stock value (at date of death) was less than $6,000 you can file a letter with the court seeking a disposition of personal property and the...

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My mother passed away in 2008, her husband at the time did not give a copy of her will to me or my sister. How can I get a copy?

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 18, 2014

Your statement and questions makes me ask if you know for sure that she had a Will. If she had one the person to whom it was entrusted was required...

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Penalty for not declaring a car in estate probate

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 17, 2014

You need to contact your attorney about both things. Often family members forget about assets or find assets after an estate is opened. You need to...

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Probate attorney Question in Florida, my mom pass December 9th 2008 an Estate was open, creditors filed clams

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 17, 2014

You do need to go back to the probate attorney who handled this matter. I can't imagine how or why an estate would have been closed if there was...

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If two siblings inherit a property in Florida & both want to buy it from each other does the executor of the will have final say

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 12, 2014

I agree with Mr. Goldman that it depends on whether or not the property is homestead or not. Ultimately like other things is generally is going to...

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My mom needs a nursing home . She brings in 3200.00/month , has very little savings. Makes too much for Medicaid, not

Hollyn's answer | Answered on November 12, 2014

You need to consult with an attorney in your area that does Medicaid planning. A Qualified Income Trust could potentially be created to allow your...

Hollyn June Foster's Answers (1336)

My mom passed without a will

Elder Law Questio: My grandmother wants to Quit Claim her home to my dad (her son). Will this effect her benefits like Medicaid?

Assisted Living Facility

My 12 month lease expired on Oct. 31st, but I have not received any correspondence from the property mgt. company. Now what?

Is there a way of getting personal stock cashed in without having to use probate or the courts?

My mother passed away in 2008, her husband at the time did not give a copy of her will to me or my sister. How can I get a copy?

Penalty for not declaring a car in estate probate

Probate attorney Question in Florida, my mom pass December 9th 2008 an Estate was open, creditors filed clams

If two siblings inherit a property in Florida & both want to buy it from each other does the executor of the will have final say

My mom needs a nursing home . She brings in 3200.00/month , has very little savings. Makes too much for Medicaid, not